FAQs
About CHEK?
The Center for Hope and Empowerment (CHEK) is an organization registered under the national NGO in Kenya as full fledged not-for-profit entity. We exist to help create an equitable and just world for Everyone without favoritism. We are committed to working with “the least of these” – marginalized populations – to offer hope and help them be empowered to improve their quality of life. We use proven, practical and experiential training curriculums specially formulated to educate, affirm, and motivate, offering practical tools to help those at the margins of society to navigate through their circumstances with confidence to achieve a more secure, successful, and fulfilling life.
What is CHEK approach?
Every human person is endowed by their creator with inherent worth. This ‘worthiness’ is a constant and is not dependent on our actions. This basic understanding of human dignity is central to our approach and informs our training curriculum’s and all our interactions. Each individual has equal value regardless of their circumstance, social standing, or past actions.
Can I partner with CHEK, how can I do that?
Yes, CHEK is open to partnership, we believe “little is more when God is in it” and you can partner with us to make this dream come true.
Contact us: P.O.Box 20141-00200 Nairobi
Tel: +254 735 383 969/+254 720 795 414
Info@chekworldwide.org
What are CHEK’s objectives?
- Develop training curriculums & educational programs tailored to the specific needs and challenges of marginalized communities.
- Provide vocational training opportunities to empower individuals with marketable skills.
- Establish partnerships with local businesses to create job placement opportunities for program graduates.
- Offer mentorship and support services to help individuals navigate personal and professional challenges.
- Advocate for policy changes that address systemic barriers facing marginalized communities.
- Organize community outreach events to raise awareness and foster a sense of belonging and inclusion.
- Collaborate with the most impacted communities, other nonprofits and governmental agencies to maximize resources and impact.
- Implement sustainable development projects aimed at improving living conditions.
- Measure and evaluate program effectiveness to continually improve and adapt services based on feedback and outcomes.
What methods does CHEK use?
We use various modalities which are based on similar but distinct approaches, to meet each unique education and training need.
Some of these are:
JUST Listening,
Restorative Justice,
Alternatives to Violence, Discipled by Jesus, etc